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The Best Episodes of Sons of Anarchy Season 5

Every episode of Sons of Anarchy Season 5 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Sons of Anarchy Season 5!

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The Sons of Anarchy (SOA) are an outlaw motorcycle club with many charters in the United States and overseas. The show focused on the original and founding charter, Sons of Anarchy Motorcycle Club, Redwood Original,

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Sons of Anarchy Season 5 Episode 3 - Laying Pipe
    9.5/10(7049 votes)

    S5:E3

    A desperate situation tests familial and club bonds.

    Director:Adam Arkin
    Writers:Kem Nunn, Kurt Sutter, Liz Sagal

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  2. Sons of Anarchy Season 5 Episode 13 - J'ai Obtenu Cette
    9.3/10(4043 votes)

    S5:E13

    Jax strikes a new deal while ridding himself of old problems.

    Director:Kurt Sutter
    Writers:Kurt Sutter, Chris Collins

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  3. Sons of Anarchy Season 5 Episode 1 - Sovereign
    9.0/10(4466 votes)

    S5:E1

    Jax presides over SAMCRO as a series of events begin to unravel Charming.

    Director:Paris Barclay
    Writer:Kurt Sutter

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  4. Sons of Anarchy Season 5 Episode 12 - Darthy
    8.9/10(3452 votes)

    S5:E12

    Jax makes arrangements to take the club in a different direction.

    Director:Peter Weller
    Writers:Kurt Sutter, Chris Collins

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  5. Sons of Anarchy Season 5 Episode 11 - To Thine Own Self
    8.7/10(3202 votes)

    S5:E11

    Jax scrambles to put his affairs in order, while Nero handles business with his old crew.

    Director:Paris Barclay
    Writers:Kurt Sutter, John Barcheski, Mike Daniels

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  6. Sons of Anarchy Season 5 Episode 8 - Ablation
    8.5/10(2804 votes)

    S5:E8

    Alliances are tested, while bonds are broken.

    Director:Karen Gaviola
    Writer:Mike Daniels

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  7. Sons of Anarchy Season 5 Episode 2 - Authority Vested
    8.4/10(3676 votes)

    S5:E2

    Set up by Damon Pope and being sought by police, Jax rallies the MC's resources to plan their next moves. Knowing Pope's endgame, Jax seeks Romeo's protection before he, Chibs and Tig end up behind bars as sheep-to-the-slaughter. As Opie struggles to decide his future with the Sons, an unexpected visit from a brother forces the issue.

    Director:Peter Weller
    Writer:Regina Corrado

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  8. Sons of Anarchy Season 5 Episode 4 - Stolen Huffy
    8.4/10(3076 votes)

    S5:E4

    Complications arise as the Sons band together to face a new adversary.

    Director:Paris Barclay
    Writer:Chris Collins

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  9. Sons of Anarchy Season 5 Episode 7 - Toad's Wild Ride
    8.4/10(2863 votes)

    S5:E7

    Jax takes matters into his own hands as things go sideways.

    Director:Peter Weller
    Writers:Kurt Sutter, Chris Collins

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  10. Sons of Anarchy Season 5 Episode 10 - Crucifixed
    8.4/10(2840 votes)

    S5:E10

    Anticipating backlash, Jax goes into high gear with his own agenda.

    Director:Guy Ferland
    Writer:Kem Nunn

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  11. Sons of Anarchy Season 5 Episode 6 - Small World
    8.3/10(2852 votes)

    S5:E6

    Jax brings a new proposal to the club with serious consequences.

    Director:Adam Arkin
    Writer:Roberto Patino

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  12. Sons of Anarchy Season 5 Episode 5 - Orca Shrugged
    8.2/10(3004 votes)

    S5:E5

    Jax attempts to pull Samcro into a new business venture.

    Director:Gwyneth Horder-Payton
    Writers:Kurt Sutter, Regina Corrado

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  13. Sons of Anarchy Season 5 Episode 9 - Andare Pescare
    8.0/10(2840 votes)

    S5:E9

    Jax gets closer to the truth but there are still obstacles in his way.

    Director:Billy Gierhart
    Writers:Kurt Sutter, Liz Sagal

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Season 5 Ratings Summary

"Laying Pipe" is the best rated episode of "Sons of Anarchy" season 5. It scored 9.5/10 based on 7049 votes. Directed by Adam Arkin and written by Kem Nunn, Kurt Sutter, Liz Sagal, it aired on 9/25/2012. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "J'ai Obtenu Cette".